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Yacht Charter Croatia Itinerary from Dubrovnik

In the kingdom of large islands (sailing in the south of Croatia)

Looking at the sea map offers fast information: In the southern part of the bay coast which is rich of islands, the Croatian Sailing area its domestic character. Large islands awaken the spirit of discovery - that is a good thing, because as reward some beautiful port cities will expect you. Croatia's south is famous among sailors.

The good flight connections to Split and Dubrovnik to the economic and cultural centers on the coast, are important and the coastal highway did the rest. Now the sailing goals are reachable, where you have to take time if you start from the further north. Here you can enjoy gems like the historic towns of Korcula and Hvar, marked by centuries of domination of the world power of Venice. The furthest Croatian island of Vis and Lastovo are already easy to reach in a week charter, depending on where you start. While a charter base on Murter offers you a trip to the Kornati islands with the archipelago Sibenik and the waterfalls of Krk, the bases Split and Dubrovnik have their focus on many other destinations. From Split or Dubrovnik many new destinations get into the focus. According to wind and weather. In addition to the above-mentioned destinations, there are on all the islands, a variety of coves and small towns where you can stay with the yachts in front of a restaurants or you can use one of the laid out buoys. This is usually free of charge, as long as the crew goes to dinner.

The Elafites

13 islands, directely in front of Dubrovnik. For sailors important Sipan, Lopud, Kolocep. Beautiful reasons to anchor, especially on the south side of Lopud and before the village Sudurad, island Sipan. In Sudurad there is also a small mordern marina for yachts. Not to forget: Plan sufficient time for the historic center of Dubrovnik. Other tips: Sipanska Luka and the harbor village Kolocep.

Island Mljet-West

Mljet reminds of an oversized guard rail for boat traffic in the direction of Dubrovnik. At the westside is a national park consisting of a lake and a monastery island. The fastest way to visit is from Pomena or Polace. On both places you find many restaurants with moorings for guests.

Korcula - Island of Korcula

A medieval city as a weir on a rocky outcrop in the sea – you have to see, roam or even better surround it. Marco Polo, the famous travel writer is named to be born here. The nearby marina hasn't so many moorings, you should arrive very early to get a place.

Lastovo

Together with the beautiful Vis, Lastovo once shared a fate: it was a naval base and argely isolated from the outside world. You can see the submarine bunker. In the bays, there are now numerous restaurants with private docks and a hotel-marina. A very popular destination.

Island Mljet-East

You could also baptize the island as restaurant-island for sailors. The westside and the eastside leave no wish unfulfilled. The bays of Prozura, Okuklje, Podskolj and Saplunara surpass almost with their gastronomic offerings. The agony of choice is very high!

Cavtat

The beautiful southern end of the croatian coast. Cavat is a harbour city with only a few moorings  and in the approach path of the airport Dubrovnik. This does not harm its popularity. Known classics and mega yachts take course on this port.

The main distances:

- Dubrovnik - Mljet Island, western tip, 35 nautical miles
- Mljet western tip - Korcula / Korcula Island, 15 nautical miles
- Korcula / Korcula - Lastovo Island, 25 nautical miles
- Lastovo - Dubrovnik, 50 nautical miles

Yacht Charter bases in Croatia of selected partners

Many other bases along the Adriatic coast of Slovenia, Istria on the Kornati up to Montenegro.

Planning and bringing you in the right mood. We recommend following books:

888 harbours and bays € 29,90
Croatia and Slovenia, „Häfen und Küsten von oben“, Delius Klasing € 29,90.
Available at bookstores or directly from Barone Yachting. All prices plus shipping.

Provisioning order on your yachtcharter in Croatia

Order the food, beverage and hygienic items for your Yacht Charter in Croatia easily in the online shop of Jam YachtSupply. At the end of your order pl. enter the port and the name of the yacht - the provisions will be delivered directly to the ship.

Note:

Please note that this is a cruise proposal and that not all yachts have the necessary licences / insurance to sail to all destinations / islands.

Please clarify this with the charter company before planning your trip. You will receive the necessary documents for your route planning from the lessor before the start of the charter, so these must be requested from the lessor by the hirer / skipper in good time. The conditions of the lessor / yacht owner and, if applicable, their restrictions apply.